Endometriosis care is about so much more than surgery.

In this episode, Nicole sits down with endometriosis excision surgeon Dr. Mallory Stuparich for a wide-ranging conversation on what it really takes to care for patients living with endometriosis.

We discuss:

The role of pelvic PT before and after surgery
Setting realistic expectations for recovery
Central sensitization and persistent pain
Imaging, inflammation, and recurrence
Why multidisciplinary care leads to better outcomes

But one message stood above everything else:

Our first job is to rebuild trust.

Many patients with endometriosis have spent years feeling dismissed, misunderstood, or told their symptoms were normal. Before we can guide them toward healing, we have to help them feel seen, heard, and believed.

Whether you're part of the surgical team or the rehabilitation team, that trust is where recovery begins.

About Dr. Mallory Stuparich

Dr. Mallory Stuparich is a fellowship-trained gynecologic surgeon specializing in advanced endometriosis excision surgery, adenomyosis, and complex pelvic pain. She is passionate about collaborative care and helping patients navigate every stage of their treatment journey with compassion, education, and evidence-based care.

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About Nicole & Jesse Cozean

Pelvic health is hard. We want everyone in this field to have a joyful, impactful career. And for business owners to build something that truly works for them.

🎙️ Rising Podcast – Leading pelvic health podcast with 1M+ downloads
👤 Founder – PelvicSanity clinic in Southern California
🎙️ Co-creator – PelviCon, the first-ever pelvic rehab conference
📚 Author – The IC Solution, helping 20,000+ patients worldwide
🎓 Clinical Educator – Trained 3,000+ pelvic PTs & OTs globally
💼 Business Coach – Guided 1,000+ pelvic rehab businesses to grow, thrive and enjoy their business

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